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Company Address: Address PEPONI PLAZA, 3RD FLOOR BLOCK E PO BOX 74493, CITY SQUARE 00200, NAIROBI

  • Design Intern

    Design Intern

    Founded in Mombasa in 1972, The Tamarind Group owns and operates some of the most successful restaurants and leisure operations in Africa. The group focuses on its original mission of continually improving the quality and value of its services, developing an excellent morale among its employees and maintaining a superior level of social and environmental awareness. We invite you to be part of our team by submitting your application to the following role based at the Tamarind Group.
    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Creating 3D Interior Renderings
    Creating 3D Design Concepts
    Work specifically to create 3D interior architecture drawings
    Conduct research for materials, furniture and photographic images,​ through hardcopy and on-line website Download and edit images and files from websites, catalogs and​websites for use in Photoshop, In Design and/or Revit.
    Project design from start to finish i.e. floor plans, elevations,​ mechanical, Electrical, sections and details
    Project schedules & shop drawings
    Drawing/sketching: Create floor plans, furniture plans by hand​ drafting and AutoCAD;
    Hand sketching/ coloring 3-dimensional images of​ ​interiors and furniture Detail drawings, Sections, Elevations, Keynotes and Index pages
    Ability to meet deadlines.

    Who are You?
    Education Qualification:

    Must have completed at least three years of education pursuing a​B​achelor of Architecture, ​​I​nterior D​esign​or Interior Architecture​from a​ ​reputable university.
    Revit Architecture​ Computer aided design, mechanical drawings, architectural planning​ and design, CAD and technical drawing
    Creativity
    Good communication skills
    A team ​player​

  • Executive Sous Chef

    Executive Sous Chef

    Job Responsibilities:

    Assist the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation and culinary activities.
    Leading, managing, and training of BOH kitchen team.
    Develop formal training plans and conducts on the job training sessions for kitchen staff team members.
    In conjunction with the Executive Chef, create, implement, and drive initiatives for the Kitchen Team.
    In conjunction with the Executive Chef modify menus or create new ones in keeping with industry and customer trends.
    Assist the Executive Chef to estimate food requirements and manage food and labour costs, control overtime, and limit waste.
    Assist the Executive Chef assess current financial trends impacting food &beverage and create cost saving initiatives.
    Assist the Executive Chef to perform bi-annual staff appraisals as per TTH guidelines
    Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers and customers.
    Conduct daily pre-shift meetings and ensure active participation from all team members.
    Ensure that all F&B service associated are familiar with all menu items from hand provides items for tasting by service associates as per established policy.
    Assist the Executive Chef arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
    Active and positive participation in rectifying arising problems or complaints related to F&B.
    Any other duty as assigned from time to time

    Required skills and Competencies:

    BS degree in Culinary Science or related certificate in culinary training degree.
    Certificates in Fire Safety and First Aid.
    A minimum of 3 years’ food preparation experience, preferably in a high volume, luxury hotel/restaurant environment.
    2 years’ experience in a supervisory role within a high level culinary establishment. Previous catering experience.
    Excellent English verbal and written skills.
    Excellent leadership and team building skills.
    Must be able to follow budgetary guidelines.
    Be tech savvy and have a working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS
    Office, restaurant management software, POS).
    Customer service oriented with a positive can do attitude.
    Well-organized and detail-oriented.

  • Graduate Trainee

    Graduate Trainee

    Job Details
    We are looking for recent graduates to join our TRAINING PROGRAM   in various units within our organization for an experience that will help you set the foundation of your future in the hospitality industry. The programs is designed for 6 months which combines  practical experience and further technical training  which is key for professional development.
    Who are you?
    Energetic, Vibrant, Self-starter, passionate and ready to grow?
    Tamarind Group is seeking for trainees to cover the following areas:-
    Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

    Housekeepers: Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management
    Bartenders : Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management
    Glass hands: Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management
    Waiters: Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management
    Human Resources: Diploma in Human Resource Management
    Accounts: B. Com degree a or CPA 1 or CPA 2 and 3
    Information Technology: Information Technology Graduate

  • Boatman

    Boatman

    Job Responsibilities

    Routine maintenance of boats after inspection: repairing cracks, holes, rips and tears, etc.
    Loading and unloading of boat trailers.
    Rigging up boats to the specification of the crew.
    Maintaining the marine equipment as fit for purpose.
    The maintenance, secure storage and general oversight of all boats, oars, launches, engines and other boat equipment in both the boat house/shed and Workshop.
    Carrying out repairs to boats, oars etc using the Boat Workshop facility and observing safe working practices.
    Ensuring that the boat trailers are kept in a worthy condition.
    Preparing and making available boats, oars, launches etc for outings on the Village Jetty as required and checking their safe return thereafter.
    Being generally available to assist crews and coaching staff at the start and finish of outings.
    Ensuring that the Boathouse/shed and surrounds, including the steps, are kept tidy and in good order so as to be safe for carrying of boats and equipment.
    Keeping the First Aid Box in the Boat Workshop and Boathouse stocked and life jackets in good condition in accordance with the guidance thereon.
    Maintenance of function and good order of , including ensuring that outboard engines of such launches are in working order and that launch petrol cans are filled.
    Ensuring that safety and coaching equipment is serviced and available for coaches and coxswains: life jackets, loud hailers, safety kit bags and first aid boxes.

    Who Are You?

    Coxswain Certificate or Master Coasting Advanced Seamanship Certificate
    Minimum 2 years’ experience as a boatman.
    High degree of integrity and dependability

  • Restaurant Manager

    Restaurant Manager

    Job Responsibilities:

    Supervise the day-to-day functioning of all F&B Service employees, facilities, and sales and costs.
    Supervise, coordinate, and direct the prompt, efficient, and courteous service of Food & Beverage in the F&B outlets.
    Control and analyze on an on-going basis the quality levels of production, guest satisfaction, operating costs, sanitation, cleanliness, and hygiene.
    Create weekly schedules ensuring you maintain adequate staffing levels to meet business demands.
    Ensure that the budgeted average spends are achieved on an ongoing basis by promoting a strong sales culture amongst the F&B team.
    Ensure that all menus and printed materials for the department are kept current and in appropriate physical presentation as per the hotel guidelines
    Control stocks for daily use in F&B outlets to ensure service requirements are met.
    Schedule guest reservations and make additional arrangements as needed.
    Ensure all staff maintain high level of discipline, are well groomed and always in full uniform. Also ensure service of food and beverage is professional, personalized and in line with the Hotel’s SOPs
    Participate in the preparation of the Food & Beverage department budget and goals.
    Any other duty as assigned from time to time

    Required skills and Competencies:

    College Graduate or equivalent experience.
    4 years’ experience in F&B Services.
    2 years’ of supervisory/managerial experience in a similar role.
    Well-organized, detail-oriented and able to multi-task.
    Must have effective problem solving/decision making abilities.
    Must have excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
    Skilled in creating analyzing and understanding reports/budgets.

  • Shift Commander

    Shift Commander

    Job Responsibilities:

    Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of all security equipment and ensure they are used only as intended.
    Inspect team members and service providers, including their belongings upon entrance to and exit from the hotel and as per established guidelines.
    Inspect and ensure the safety and legitimacy of all deliveries to the hotel. Advice the Security Manager of any discrepancies in deliveries of supplies against receipt book and of any suspicious activity
    Resolve internal/external guest complaints arising from security and safety issues, ensuring guest satisfaction.
    Maintain complete knowledge at all times of hotel room count, group arrivals, VIP’s, special events, and hotel team member job responsibilities.
    Record pertinent information in department daily log book, and communicate urgent matters immediately to the Security Manager.
    Any other duty as assigned from time to time

    Required skills and Competencies:

    College Graduate or equivalent experience
    Certificates in Fire Safety and First Aid
    1 year experience as a security guard
    Military or police experience is a plus
    Prior experience in a hotel or hospitality environment is a plus
    Be able to prioritize, organize, and follow-up.
    Be a clear thinker and be able to remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment.
    Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.

  • HR Officer

    HR Officer

    Unit: Tamarind Mombasa
    Deadline: 26/02/2018
    Starting date: Immediate.
    Responsibilities

    HR Administration: Oversee day to day HR administration e.g. leave, absence, records management, exits, preparation of employee letters, medical etc.
    Recruitment & Selection: Support managers in recruitment – developing job and person specification, preparing job adverts, shortlisting, interviewing, selecting candidates and induction
    Performance Management: Support managers in implementing a performance management system through monitoring employee performance and ensuring that all employees have a BSC and that performance appraisals are done on time and to the expected standards.
    Staff welfare: Work closely with management to implement disciplinary procedures, assist employees with work matters in order to improve work relationships.
    Payroll updates: Ensure accuracy and timeliness reporting of payroll data for all staff to the payroll coordinator in order to result to efficient payment of services.
    Reports: Prepare weekly management reports on progress, update HR trackers and suggest areas of improvement as appropriate.

    Requirements

    Business or other relevant Degree.
    A higher diploma in Human Resources Management.
    Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience.
    Knowledge of employment and Labour Laws
    Strong problem solving, organization and interpersonal skills
    High integrity and maintaining confidentiality

  • Hostess

    Hostess

    Starting date: Immediate.
    Responsibilities:

    Answer incoming calls to the restaurant and provide appropriate service
    Greet incoming guests warmly with a genuine smile and eye contact
    Upon seating, offer guests a menu and inform them of their server’s name
    Cleans, organizes and stocks menus at host area
    Answers phone and answers questions concerning the menu and restaurant.
    Interacts with guests in and as they leave the restaurant to ensure positive dining experience
    Maintains a database of contacts for frequent guests

    Required skills and Competencies:

    Diploma in Hospitality management or any related course
    Prior experience as a Hostess in a busy restaurant
    Ability to multitask and attention to detail
    Superior customer service and people skills
    Knowledge of restaurant business operations
    Cross cultural sensitivity
    Teamwork / co-operation

  • HR Internships

    HR Internships

    We invite you to be part of our team by submitting your application to the following role based at Nairobi and Mombasa.
    Responsibilities

    Assist in maintaining the HR filing systems and staff files in an orderly manner.
    Support in recruitment and selection processes including advert preparation and posting, sorting applications, preparing interview materials, interview schedules, contact candidates for interviews and help set up for interviews.
    Assist in conducting background and reference checks.
    Support in updating the routine HR tracking reports.
    Support in coordinating staff engagement and welfare activities.
    Any other duty assigned from time to time.

    Requirements

    Higher diploma is an added advantage in Human Resources
    At least 6 months prior experience
    Demonstrates reliability, flexibility and creativity
    Able to work under pressure
    Good presentation skills

  • Accounts Graduate Trainee Program

    Accounts Graduate Trainee Program

    Starting date: Immediate.
    Responsibilities

    Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
    Charges  expenses  to  accounts  and  cost  centers  by  analyzing  invoice/expense  reports; recording entries of direct invoices.
    Paying suppliers; Verify approval on all invoices, scheduling and preparing checks.
    Resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation.
    Ensure credit is received for outstanding memos
    Issuing stop-payments or purchase order amendments.
    Maintains accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions.
    Verifies supplier accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
    Maintains historical records by filing documents.
    Disburses  petty  cash  by  recording  entry and verifying  documentation
    Reports sales taxes by calculating requirements on paid invoices.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor of commerce degree or its equivalent from a recognized university and or CPA 1 or 2
    Entry level position 0-1 year experience
    Strong analytical skills and attention to details.
    Knowledge of the ERP system
    Excellent computer skills
    High degree of integrity and dependability